Eastwood Athletics

January 2015 Issue

Eastwood Athletics

January 2015 Issue

Winter Sports Pictures

The date for our Winter Sports Pictures is Wednesday, January 20th. Flyers should be coming home with your student if they are participating in a winter sport this week. You may pre-order your pictures by going to http://www.lifetouchsports.com/ and from there select the appropriate package of your interest. You will need our Picture Day ID: HM055223X0 . These pictures will take place immediately following school. Please send your child to school with all pieces of their uniform.

Friday Night Open Gym Movie Night

On Friday, January 22nd , Eastwood Athletics is sponsoring our a Friday Open Gym - Movie night. The event will run from 6:30 - 9:00. The East Gym will be hosting basketball, the West Gym will be hosting a dodge ball tournament, and in the cafeteria we will be playing Minions and computers will be accessible to students . Tickets are $10 which gains you admission and a bag of popcorn.

This event is open for only current Eastwood students and all school expectations still apply. Students failing to meet expectations may be asked to leave early. There are no refunds. Students must be in good standing for attending extra-curricular activities to attend. Tickets will go on sale the week prior during lunches and will also be on sale at the door. Rides need to be at Door 10 for drop off no earlier than 6:30 and 9:00 for pick-up. Students will not be released from the event prior to 8:30 without a parent.

Boys Basketball families and coaches will be sponsoring this event.

Friday Night Movie Night - Sign Up Genius

Our primary fundraiser for during the winter months is our Friday Night Open Gym Movie Nights. Each of our athletic teams takes turns hosting these once per month. Because of the movement of our October event and the holidays we are blending the sponsorship of our November and December events into a singular event on December 11th from 6:30 - 9:00pm and the event originally scheduled for November 13th has been cancelled.

This event will be sponsored by our Football and Soccer teams. If you are the parent of an athlete who participated in either the 7th or 8th grade football team OR the girls or boys soccer teams, please consider helping out by signing up using our SignUpGenius.

Capturing Memories

If you have been taking or will be taking pictures of our Eagles in Action, a Flickr website has been created for you to share out your memories. These pictures will be collected and used to create a slideshow for the Athletic Awards Ceremony. Please feel free to share these using the following link.

Facilities Rental Information

We have many requests for our facilities, especially this time of the year.

If you are interested in pursuing gym space at Eastwood, please indicate the specific days and times you are interested or available. If there are any conflicts with what we currently have scheduled, we obviously would not be able to accommodate. If the space is available, you will need to go the following link and complete the Facilities Rental Application (http://www.msdwt.k12.in.us/facility-rental-information/) . If approved there will be cost for utilities and custodial services. Submit the application through the district office and they will contact Mr. Tutin regarding official dates and times for final approval.

Spectator Expectations

Working together we can show all what Eastwood has to offer.

Spectator Expectations:

Middle school athletics are learning experiences for students, and sometimes mistakes are made. Praise student athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, athletes, and individuals.

A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not a license to verbally assault others.

Learn the rules of the game. Understanding the sport more will allow you to enjoy the sport more

Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators, and support groups.

Respect the integrity and judgment of the game officials.

Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.

Use only those cheers that support and uplift the teams involved.

Students must ride the late bus home or arrange for rides to pick them up promptly after the conclusion of the event. Student's whose rides are significantly late may be restricted from attending future athletic events.

All spectators must be properly attired and must wear shirts at all times.

Face painting is acceptable. Spectators must be recognizable.

Noisemakers that disrupt the game or performance are not acceptable.

Signs and banners are permitted so long as they stay within the realm of good sportsmanship.

Decisions regarding the above guidelines will be made at the discretion of the Eastwood staff.

Eastwood Sports Apparel - MyLocker.net

Eastwood Athletics has partnered with MyLocker.net to put athletic apparel in your hands. Click here and begin designing your sweatshirts, pants, bags, blankets, jackets, beanies, aprons, and much more. There is no minimum purchase and you receive a free t-shirt with any order over $85.

It's very simple. Select your product, design, size, and color and place your order. Product arrives in as little as three days.

Volunteer for Eastwood Sports

We are looking for parents who are interested in supporting Eastwood sports . If you are interested in helping out we have a variety of needs that include score keeper, book keeper, concessions, chain gang, and court maintenance. Volunteers get free admission into the events. If you are interested or have questions about the positions, please feel free to contact the Athletic Director, James Tutin at jtutin@msdwt.k12.in.us

Eastwood Athletics Sign Rental

Celebrate your child’s graduation, birthday, or other accomplishments with an announcement on our new message board located in front corner of the school. All of the buses and cars drive by it every morning. For the low cost of $20, you can recognize your child.

Rental Sign Information

STEP 1: Rental Sign Requests should be emailed/submitted to James Tutin - jtutin@msdwt.k12.in.us. Your email should include the following information:

Date you want message posted

Nature of message (e.g., birthday, congrats, etc.)

No more than four lines of text

Planned method of payment (if check please include ck#)

STEP 2: Payment of $20 (cash or check) should be sent into school in an envelope marked ATHLETICS SIGN RENTAL. Please put your email address in the memo line.

STEP 3: Confirmation of your request will be sent via email and is based on the availability of the sign. Please note a 48 hour advance notice is required. Rental requests are filled on a first come/ first serve basis. Reserve early to ensure that you are not disappointed.

Upcoming Events - January

Meet James Tutin - Athletic Director/Assistant Principal

This past year, James began his seventh year at Eastwood Middle School as the new Athletic Director/Assistant Principal. For the past 14 years, James has taught 8th grade social studies, the past six here at Eastwood. As a graduate of Purdue University, James has had a passion for educating students and guiding them on and off the field. As an avid historian, he has led numerous trips of students to our nation's capital. Additionally, James has spent a number of seasons coaching a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, track, and football.

When not at Eastwood, you can find James spending time with his wife of 13 years, Kelly and their two sons, Carter (age 7) and Marshall (age 3).

Kiel Atkinson comes to Washington Township from Heritage Christian Schools where he worked for eight years. Kiel was the middle school athletic director at Heritage for close to four years. Before taking the position as the middle school athletic director, he taught physical education and health at Heritage for four years. He was the strength and conditioning coach for all athletes at Heritage during his first four years there.

Kiel graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a degree in K-12 Physical/Health Education. During his time at IWU he also was a four-time letter winner on the baseball team and also 2-time all-conference pitcher. Also, while at IWU he was a student manager for the girls’ basketball team for 3 years.

During this time he met his wife of seven years, Stephanie. They have a two year old son named Maddux. During his free time Kiel enjoys spending time with his family, attending church, and playing as many rounds of golf as possible in the summer without upsetting his wife.

Meet Matt Riley - Athletic Supervisor

Matt Riley comes to Eastwood after teaching at Speedway High School for the last 11 years. He previously taught at TC Howe Academy for 2 years and Bridgeport Alternative School for 1 year. He graduated from Speedway High School, obtained his B.S. in math education from Indiana University and received his masters degree in educational leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. He has spent 13 years as a varsity head tennis coach, 5 years as the head middle school swim coach and 2 years as a middle school baseball coach. He also acted as the assistant athletic director at Speedway High School for 1 year.

Matt is a sports enthusiast having played high school baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis and swimming. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and stepson, traveling, reading, and playing golf and tennis. He recently completed his first Spartan race and is always looking for the next challenge.

Admission Prices

Adults - $4.00

Students (K - 12) - $2.00

Senior Citizen - (55+) - $2.00

Families - $10.00 max

Admission no longer collected at Tennis and Cross Country dual events.

All MIIC Events are $5 all ages (5 and under free)

Snacks

Hot Dogs - $2.00

Popcorn - $1.50

Drinks - $1.00

Slushies - $1.00

Candy - $1.00

Chips - $1.00

Eligibility

The district requires students to maintain a 2.0 GPA during their participation of extra-curriculars. If a participant's GPA falls below a 2.0 at either the mid-term or term marking periods, he/she becomes ineligible to participate in competitions. Help your student remain eligible by monitoring his/her grades on Skyward.

Admission Prices

Adults - $4.00

Students (K - 12) - $2.00

Senior Citizen - (55+) - $2.00

Families - $10.00 max

Admission no longer collected at Tennis and Cross Country dual events.

All MIIC Events are $5 all ages (5 and under free)

Snacks

Hot Dogs - $2.00

Popcorn - $1.50

Drinks - $1.00

Slushies - $1.00

Candy - $1.00

Chips - $1.00

Eligibility

The district requires students to maintain a 2.0 GPA during their participation of extra-curriculars. If a participant's GPA falls below a 2.0 at either the mid-term or term marking periods, he/she becomes ineligible to participate in competitions. Help your student remain eligible by monitoring his/her grades on Skyward.

Eastwood Middle School

The mission of Eastwood Middle School is to develop life-long learners and globally-minded citizens by fostering the academic, creative, and social skills needed to achieve excellence in a multi-cultural environment.